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The Oakville Beaver, Friday May 26, 2006 - 9 Book sale at Hopedale The Oakville Literacy Council's annual Used Book Sale continues today and Saturday at Hopedale Mall. Council volunteers are selling thousands of gentlyused books to raise money for Oakville's adult literacy program. Children's books and adult paperbacks cost $1 each, and almost all others, including adult hard covers and soft covers, cost $2. The sale at Hopedale's Centre Court is open today from 9:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. and tomorrow 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. The sale was officially opened yesterday by Joyce Savoline, Halton Region Chair and Council member. All money raised at the sale supports the Council's non-profit adult literacy program, free, confidential, one-on-one tutoring in reading, writing, and math. "This is our biggest fundraiser," said Council President Maureen O'Keefe. "We rely on our book sale to add much-needed dollars ­ dollars that help us give the gift of literacy." To find out more about the Oakville Literacy Council call 905-469-8528 or visit www.oakvilleliteracy.ca. LIESA KORTMANN / OAKVILLE BEAVER French Antique Auction IMPORTED DIRECTLY FROM FRANCE BOOKS GALORE: The Oakville Literacy Council's used book sale continues today and Saturday at Hopedale Mall. Opening the sale yesterday were, from left, Maureen O-Keefe, President, Oakville Literacy Council, Ann McCulloch, a volunteer literacy tutor and book sale co-chair, Halton Region Chair Joyce Savoline, plus Karen Majerly and Gabrielle Garcia of the Oakville Literacy Council. Tuesday May 30th at 6:00 p.m. PREVIEW FROM 3:00 p.m. Halton's economics Halton Region's Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy will be the next topic of discussion on Simply Halton, hosted by Halton Region Chair Joyce Savoline and broadcast for one hour on May 31 on TVCogeco at 7 p.m. in Oakville and Burlington, on Cable 23. Joining Savoline to talk about the Economic Development Strategy will be John Davidson, Halton Region's new Director of Economic Development, John Hughes of Hemson Consulting, and Janice Sheehy, Halton Region's Director of Financial Policy and Internal Audits. The discussions will focus on Halton's ability to remain competitive, the tools and options available to support economic development and the findings of public consultations and research. Each 30-minute segment of Simply Halton provides viewers with a snapshot of one of the Region's services, programs, or issues and examines the role Halton Region plays within the community. For more information, visit Halton Region's Web site at www.halton.ca. Deborah E Bartucci, Agent 586 Argus 586 Argus Road Road Oakville, ON L6J 3J3 L6J 3J3 Oakville, ON Bus: 905-337-3276 Bus: 905-337-3276 deborah.bartucci.qsu8@statefarm.com AT OTELLO'S BANQUET HALL 2273 ROYAL WINDSOR DR. (CORNER OF FORD DR.) OAKVILLE The largest and best quality sale to be held in Ontario, all offered with NO reserves! Featuring fine furnishings, lighting, large selection of paintings, clocks and other home decoratives. For photos and directions on the web go to: www.frenchantiqueauction.com Check website for last minute updates Deborah E. Bartucci Agent Bartucci, deborah bartucci qsu8@sta deborah.bartucci.qsu8@statefarm.com PAYMENT: VISA, INTERAC, CASH OR CHEQUE WITH 2 FORMS I.D. 10% Buyer's premium .SALE OR CONSIGNMENT INFO FAX OR PHONE: JON MEDLEY - AUCTIONEER (905) 878-2647 OR ANDREW ZEGERS (905) 327-1887 FOR High Level LINC AND ESL Students OAKVILLE ADULT LEARNING CENTRE 171 Speers Road 200 hours - classroom instruction and 40 hours - job placement component Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Starts May 29th Register Now [905] 849-7555 ext 223 Sponsored by: Citizenship and Immigration Canada In partnership with Halton Catholic District School Board FirstOntario celebration FirstOntario Credit Union is celebrating the opening of its new branch at 338 Kerr St. on Saturday, May 27 from 11 a.m. ­ 1 p.m. The first 100 visitors will receive a Chicago Cubs T-shirt signed by baseball hall of famer, Fergie Jenkins, and a chance to win two tickets to a Toronto Blue Jays game. The festivities include prizes, giveaways, live music by the Kerr Street Singers and St. Thomas Aquinas High School, a barbeque, children's activities and more. FirstOntario Credit Union opened its doors on Kerr Street earlier this month after relocating from its Lakeshore Rd. location in order to provide enhanced facilities for its growing membership. in INSTANT LENNOX REBATES OR NO PAYMENT, NO INTEREST FOR ONE FULL YEAR O.A.C. Saveup $1000.00 to $ Government Rebate on A/C Replacements 50000 G61V Furnace 21 Seer Air Conditioner Good relationships are good for you! Want to be a better partner? A better parent? Willing to work for it? shift offers creative programs to help you get what you want. For additional information contact: Dr. Ian Shulman, Psychologist 466 Speers Rd., 3rd Floor Oakville, ON L6K 3W9 905.849.1288 www.shiftct.com · Call For FREE In-Home Estimate H.V.A.C. SYSTEMS HEATING · AIR CONDITIONING · FIREPLACES 905-845-4009 1040 Speers Rd. Oakville www.atlantisair.com